INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett has extended the curfew order for Marion County for another night.
The curfew will begin at 9 p.m. Tuesday and end at 6 a.m. Wednesday.
“On a day designated for the exercise of the people’s power over their government, it is vital that we do our part to protect that exercise amid a challenging time for our city and our nation,” said Mayor Hogsett. “We continue to reevaluate how best to ensure the peaceful exercise of constitutional rights in our city. My continued thanks go out to Marion County residents who abide by these orders, as well as members of law enforcement who help keep our community safe.”
Exceptions to the curfew order include:
- Travel directly to or from work
- Those seeking medical care
- Those “fleeing from dangerous circumstances”
- Law enforcement
- News media
- Federal, state or local public officials “conducting necessary work”
- Homeless individuals
- Election-related activities
Violating curfew is a class B misdemeanor punishable by up to 180 days in prison and a fine of up to $10,000.
